Rear shock upgrade

[helmetvonthrob]

So I would like to upgrade the bouncy rear of my FZ6.


So can someone tell me what exactly I need shock + fittings and any how to/pitfalls.


Also, has anyone done the Progressive fork spring upgrade and got any comments.


Thanks in advance

[helmetvonthrob]

Apparently digging around I need an R6 shock, anyone tell me what version/year?


Thanks

[kebab19]

An R6 shock won't fit an FZ6 (bottom mounting point for starters), but an early R1 shock might do the job instead.  I have PM'd you a couple of links which might be of help.

[helmetvonthrob]

Thanks to Kebab19 for the links.


I'm pondering on what to do next with my soggy rear and I realise that the spring on my current shock is not strong enough to cope with the punishment I'm giving it.


I've read about swapping springs from other models/manufacturers, has anyone done this?